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What is Breast Cancer Care WA and what services do they offer?
Breast Cancer Care WA is a not-for-profit organization that receives no government funding and relies solely on the generosity of the WA community in order to provide its range of services at no charge.
Every person has a unique experience with breast cancer and Breast Cancer Care WA aims to provide each person with the support that bests suits them. They offer a range of services designed to alleviate the stresses that may occur after diagnosis, during treatment and in the long term. Services are also offered to carers and family, who have their own challenges to face throughout the experience.
The support services, all of which are free of charge, include; access to specialist breast care nurses, counselling, support groups, financial assistance including; travel, accommodation expenses for country people, help with household bills and gaps in medical expenses, practical assistance including transport to and from medical appointments, cleaning, gardening or just being a friendly shoulder to cry on in times of need.
What other services are available to people going through breast cancer?
There are a huge range of services that are offered to people going through breast cancer, or all types of cancer.
Cancer Council provide a large range of support for anyone going through cancer. They have a hotline, 13 11 20, that provides confidential telephone support and selling services. They also provide support groups and networks, education groups, programs and information, practical and financial assistance and accommodation. There are different services in all state so it is best to look up your states Cancer Council website to see what is offered in your area.
Breast Cancer Network Australia is the peak national organization for Australians affected by breast cancer. They ensure that all Australians affected by breast cancer receive the very best support, information, treatment and care appropriate to their individual needs.
CanTeen is an organization for young people, 12 to 24 years, who have cancer. But they also assist young people whose mum or dad have been diagnosed with cancer. They can help them get the right information about their parents cancer to help them process the news and understand hats likely to happen to them.
There are so many other organisations that help people going through cancer, on both an emotional and financial level. To see the full list of these organisations and what they offer please look at the resources section of the website.
Support Services Coordinator at BCCWA
